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Share your point of view
Explore the anatomy of a bullfight
Watch an interview with the filmmakers
View a gallery of matador costumes
The history of female bullfighters



Share your point of view

Comment on the film
Share your thoughts on bullfighting, female matadors and Eva and Mari Paz by commenting on Ella Es el Matador.

Explore the anatomy of a bullfight

You Are the Matador
Explore the different stages of a bullfight and learn more about what goes on inside the ring.

Watch an interview with the filmmakers

Gemma Cubero and Celeste Carrasco
The filmmakers of Ella Es El Matador explain how they came upon the idea of making a film about female bullfighters and talk about the perception that bullfighting is a quintessential symbol of masculinity in Spain.

View a gallery of matador costumes

The Suit of Lights
Explore the fashion of bullfighting in this gallery of matador costumes.

The history of female bullfighters

Background: Women in Bullfighting
Women have always had a place in bullfighting, although their proper role has been contested. Learn more in this brief article about the history of women in bullfighting, from the 17th century to the present day.

  • Posted on August 24, 2009
  • Updated on September 1, 2009

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